Art in the Gardens is celebrating 27 years of art, flowers, cuisine, and fine wines at the Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens. It’s a sparkling, fun-filled day amidst the gorgeous summer blooms on the 47-acre property. As you stroll the paths in the gardens, you’ll find beautiful artwork, listen to great musical groups, and stop at booths to sample gourmet food, beer, and wine. You’ll find all kinds of cool artworks, from ceramics, glass, painting, sculpture, and textiles, to woodworking. Mingle with the artists and musicians, and sample a wide array of fine wines from around Mendocino County. Wine tasting tickets are available online or at the event. Craft brews are for sale with complimentary tastings on the Event Lawn, and food vendors will be scattered throughout the garden trails. Featured artist this year is realist painter Naomi Marino.

“Veggie Gardening for Kids” at the Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens is happening from 9:00am to 12:30am on June 15. The Lil’ Sprouts Workshop is for children ages 5 to 10, and is a great introduction for kids with “budding green thumbs”. They’ll work and play while planting, nurturing, and harvesting in the organic vegetable garden. No experience necessary! Class cost is $15 for Gardens members (MCBG household memberships apply towards children or grandchildren in the same household); $20 for non-members (includes Gardens admission for the day). Call 707-964-4352 ext 16 to sign up.